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Types of Hobs
A hob, also referred to as stovetops in North America, is a cooking appliance that heats pans by using electric or flames. There are many different kinds of hobs available, so you can choose one that suits your style and kitchen.
Induction hobs feature an elongated ceramic cooking surface and come with five or four zones to heat your pans. Modern touch-operated designs look elegant and chic and are easy to clean.
Ceramic hobs
Ceramic hobs provide an elegant and contemporary look that can enhance the overall appearance of your kitchen. The flat glass-ceramic surfaces can be easy to clean and can easily be cleaned if spills or splatters occur. They also heat up very quickly and are energy efficient and can help lower your electric bill. Ceramic hobs can be slow when changing the temperature settings. This can be a problem when you need to cook something that requires quick reduction or an increase in temperature.
Electric hobs utilize plates that are heated by electric elements underneath. The power of each element can be adjusted through rotary knobs. You can utilize the Boost feature to boost the temperature of a certain area. Ceramic hobs also have a very high rate of heat retention, so they'll remain hot to the touch even after being turned off. It is essential to place ceramic hobs in an area that is safe from items that could ignite and away from children's reach.
The benefit of this type of hob is that it can be installed in a variety of worktops such as laminate, solid wood oven and hob granite. It's also fairly inexpensive and is a great option if you want to replace your old stoves without spending a lot. Like any appliance, they must be installed correctly and connected to the mains. We recommend hiring an electrician to ensure your new hobs will be safe to use.
This kind of hob is sensitive to pan sizes and shapes. You will need to purchase cookware that matches the element exactly or fits comfortably in all of the heating zones. If the cookware isn't the same dimensions as the element, it won't recognize it and won't be able to heat the bottom of the pan. This could result in inconsistent cooking results and will make the hob less energy efficient.
Gas on glass hobs
Gas on glass hobs offer modern, sleek design. They can be more expensive than electric hobs, and could require professional installation. However they heat up faster and an entire pot of water will typically boil within less than four minutes. This kind of hob works well for cooks who wish to control the amount of heat that is generated. However, it should be observed that a glass-based hob is more susceptible to damage than stainless steel ones and will likely require cleaning more frequently, as the accumulation of grease and residue tends to stay on the surface instead of slipping off.
This Bertazzoni hob is a great example of gas on glass. It comes with four monobloc burners that are matte black with metal control knobs for a stylish, sophisticated finish. It also comes with the wok ring that has 4kW to increase versatility, and pan supports that are dishwasher-safe, making them easier to keep clean.
This Bosch gas hob is another highly recommended model. It combines a stylish piece of toughened glass with advanced cooking technology. The dual rings that are located on the left side of the hob offers the double inner flame to ensure even heat distribution, which in turn speeds up cooking times. It also comes with a handy power level indicator, which assists in regulating the precise temperature of your flame. You can choose from nine pre-defined settings including a high setting for searing steak and a low setting for scrambled eggs.
The simple, yet easy-to-use controls were also appreciated by our testers who found them to be extremely easy to use. A few minor drawbacks include the fact that you must physically press the controls nine times to get to the highest heating level and it may be difficult to see the status of the burners through the glass.
A few of the top gas-on-glass hobs can be found at affordable prices, such as this Neff model. It's not going win any design prizes but it'll serve its purpose and be an excellent addition to your kitchen at just above PS120.
Electric hobs
There are a variety of electric hobs that are ideal for modern homes. Not only do they have a sleek design that fits into the rest of your kitchen and are also equipped with modern technology that is safer, faster and more efficient than their predecessors in terms of energy consumption.
Ceramic glass hobs are among the most popular electric stoves. They're constructed with a sleek polished, glazed finish. They also have an easy-to-clean surface resistant to scratches or smudges. They're also typically equipped with a power boost function, which allows you to increase the temperature of your stove for a short amount of time.
Induction hobs are a different electric hob that is perfect for modern homes. Unlike traditional gas and electric plate hobs that use electromagnetic fields to directly heat cookware. This means they are more energy-efficient and offer precise temperature control. However they require a particular type of pan to work and can be expensive to set up.
A gas on glass hob is a second option that is a good choice for modern homes. Similar to a traditional gas hob, it has an best oven that is surrounded by a layer of flat glass. However the glass is shatterproof and heatproof, so it's much simpler to clean than standard glass that's tempered. A majority of these hobs come with a 'hot surface indicator', which alerts you when the oven with hob is hot.
Although gas hobs are a popular option for many home cooks however, they can be noisy and difficult to clean. They also take a while to heat up and cool down and their flames can be difficult to manage. Electric hobs on the other hand, are more energy efficient and easy to clean.
For the highest level of modern technology, you can even find electric hobs compatible with LPG gas. This lets you switch between different fuel sources, so you can adjust your cooking to suit your lifestyle. However, it's important to keep in mind that these hobs need to be installed by a gas safe registered engineer and will require a specific 6mm cable for your kitchen. They're not suitable for people with pacemakers as the electromagnetic field can interfere with them.
Hobs with induction
Beneath the glass surface of induction hobs sit copper coils which run an electrical current that is alternating. When an induction-compatible pan is placed on a stove, the coils create magnetic fields that create heat directly within the pan instead of heating the surface of the worktop (gas) or an insulated plate (electric). Induction hobs are extremely efficient from an energy standpoint, as there's no residual heat being wasted.
There are a variety of models of induction hob that range from basic ones that have only one cooking zone that is marked with rings to more advanced multi-zoned induction hobs that have up to six zones and allow the cooking of multiple pots simultaneously on one flexible zone. Certain models come with a touch-slider control that is very similar to the way you operate on an iPhone. Simply swipe your finger across the power bar located in the middle to choose the desired temperature, left to right boosts heat and right-to-left decreases it. Certain models can even be programmed with settings for certain recipes or food types which can save you time and effort in the kitchen.
Induction hobs can be more expensive than ceramic hobs, but they are considered to be more efficient over the long term as they heat up much quicker and have a smaller area to heat up, which can help reduce your energy bills. They also cool faster and have a more secure design without hot plates, which makes them ideal for families with young children or elderly persons living in the home. However, they can create a magnetic field which could affect medical devices, such as pacemakers, so it's important to center your pans over the burner and avoid placing small pans on large burners.
As with all electric hobs you will need to clean your induction hob frequently, since food particles and other debris may build up over time. You can use a standard oven cleaner, or invest in a specialist product to help keep your hob clean and in good shape for longer. Be sure to not use abrasive cleaners or pads to scour your induction hob as they can scratch the surface.